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BUDDY'S
STORY
  My name is Buddy. Sadly, I was
deserted and had to fend for myself for an
extended period of time in a remote, swampy
area where human activity is limited.
Eventually, a visitor to the area realized
my distress as I struggled to survive in a
self-made bed of "stuff," including
branches, hunting decoys, debris, empty food
containers, and anything else a good Golden
Retriever "worth his salt" would use for
survival. Lucky for me, this Good
Samaritan rescued me from my horrific
situation and brought me to safety. My
good fortune continued when HOPE for Animals
took me into its rescue program.Although my survival instincts kept me alive during my period of abandonment and neglect, my health had deteriorated. I was near death due to extreme malnourishment, and the long exposure to mosquitoes, those horrible heartworm carriers, caused severe heartworms, which damaged my heart and lungs. After several months of proper nutrition, medical care, and TLC from my HOPE caregivers, I began heartworm treatment. The recovery will continue for several more long and agonizing months, with more necessary injections and tests. My initial treatment included hospitalization, complete crate rest, and no physical activity. Fortunately, I am improving daily (I've already gained 12 pounds in 2 weeks), and my energy is gradually returning.  Through such dire
circumstances and near-death experiences, my
HOPE caregivers and medical staff say that I
never lost my "zest for life." I love
to give "bear hugs" and kisses, and I try my
best to be a lap dog to anyone near
me. I also know many doggie
commands. I can't wait until my health
is completely restored so that I can run,
fetch, play, and give my "healthy" heart to
someone deserving of a loving, faithful
canine companion such as myself.As you can imagine, my medical care is costly. Would you consider helping to defray these costs by providing financial assistance? If so, please send donations marked "Buddy Care" to HOPE for Animals, P.O. Box 1341, Thibodaux, LA 70302. HOPE thanks you in advance for your compassion and help, and so do I! DONATE NOW WITH
PAYPAL!
SIAMESE MIX KITTENS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION     Three adorable,
12-week-old Siamese mix kittens were
scheduled to be euthanized at a local
shelter when an avid Siamese lover rescued
the whole litter just in the nick of
time. These babies are now living
the good life! All are healthy and
scheduled to be spayed/neutered on May
16. Can't resist? Call
985-859-4875 for application info.
MORE LOW-COST VACCINATION OPTIONS!  Click the flyer
for low-cost vaccinations for all of your
furry friends, now at your local Tractor
Supply Store! THE REV MAKES HIMSELF AT HOME IN HIS NEW FOREVER HOME!  "The Rev" is
HOPE's latest Success
Story!
MOE'S PIZZA FUNDRAISER ON SECOND
MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH!
 Moe's Pizza
in Raceland will generously donate 10%
of sales from 5:00pm to 10:00pm on the
second Monday of every month to HOPE to
help care for our many dogs and
cats. Check out the flyer for more
details, and as always, we thank you for
your support!A CHRISTMAS WISH COME TRUE!  Kevin Babin, owner of Green Choppers, LLC, has graciously donated lawn cutting services at HOPE for Animals' kennel. We are extremely grateful for such a generous act and ask you to consider Green Choppers for all of your lawn care needs.  In order to decrease the overwhelming overpopulation of cats and dogs in our area, and in hopes of reducing the number of animals euthanized in local shelters, the city of Thibodaux has reinstated its spay/neuter program! Get the details today, and schedule your four-legged friend--or your neighborhood stray--for this much-needed procedure so that we can make euthanasia of loving, deserving pets a thing of the past. LOST DOG IN NEED OF MEDICAL CARE
 Beloved family dog "Katie" is missing and in need of her medication. Click the flyer for more information, and if seen, please call 985-715-2725. K.C. TOUPS
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
 In January of 2011, veterinarian K.C. Toups tragically lost his life in a senseless car accident. In memory of this compassionate and dedicated man, a scholarship has been established in his name for veterinary students at LSU. To contribute to this fund, please print and complete the gift contribution form. Thank you for your support. LOW-COST
SPAYING/NEUTERING SERVICES AVAILABLE TO
LAFOURCE PARISH RESIDENTS!
Terrebonne has opened
up their Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Transport to
Lafourche. Terrebonne residents will
be given first preference, so call 985-873-6709
now to schedule your pet's appointment.
LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER AVAILABLE NOW!
 Low-cost
spay/neuter program (New Orleans) is now available
for all parishes through a grant from Alley Cat
Allies.Spay LA is Southern Animal Foundation's low-cost spay/neuter program that is open to anyone in any parish. Call 504-671-8235 to schedule your Spay LA appointment today! Dogs up to 60 lbs - $60 (male/female); over 60 lbs - $90 (male/female); K9 vaccination package at the time of surgery is $45 (rabies, da2pp, bordatella) Cats - $30 (male/female); feline vaccination package at the time of surgery is $15 (rabies/fvrcp) Microchipping is $20 for a HomeAgain chip at the time of surgery, registration included. Feral cats are currently free thanks to a generous grant from Alley Cat Allies and is for a limited time only. Cats must arrive in a humane trap, covered with a sheet or towel, and will receive a rabies vaccine and eartip included with the spay/neuter. Free program is for FERAL CATS ONLY! Surgery appointments are on Mondays and Fridays only at 1829 Magazine St. in New Orleans. Drop-off is 7:30-9:30am, and pick up is 4:00-6:00pm for dogs, and 5:00-6:00pm for cats. Please call 504-671-8235 and set up your spay/neuter appointment today! CHILI'S
FUNDRAISER
ON
THIRD
TUESDAY
OF
EVERY MONTH!
 Dine in or take out for lunch or dinner on the THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH at Chili's in Thibodaux, and 10 percent of your bill will be donated to HOPE for Animals. We use the money to care for our homeless dogs and cats until they are adopted. Please support this worthy cause! A flier must be presented at the time of purchase. Thank you in advance for your support! DOG HOUSES NEEDED!
 Don’t know what to do with that old dog house or chain link dog run? HOPE for Animals is requesting donations of dog houses and chain link dog runs to be distributed to pet owners experiencing hard economic times. Humans have Habitat for Humanity, so think of this program as Habitat for Hounds. If you know of anyone experiencing difficulty providing shelter and/or food for their pet, please call 985-438-0667 or email us at faye_117 at yahoo dot com. We will do whatever we can to help.
 Are you in need of assistance in getting your pet spayed, neutered, or vaccinated? Check out information for low-cost veterinary services available to anyone in need. Your pets depend on you for their well-being and happiness! NOTICE!
HOPE for Animals is collecting Mardi Gras beads to help raise funds for our animals. If you have beads to donate, please call 985-855-4185. Thank you!
HOME NEEDED!
Two beautiful, sweet babies are missing the love of their owner who tragically passed away on October 4, 2009, from complications following a car accident. Her family, who requested that donations be made to HOPE in lieu of flowers, is now having a difficult time caring for these deserving dogs. Both pups, a male and a female, have been fixed and vaccinated and are on monthly heartworm preventive. The family is requesting that they both go to the same home, which must have a fenced-in yard. For more information, or if you are interested in adopting, please call Brittany at 985-665-7122 or Ben at 985-803-0471.
WOULD YOU ABANDON A CHILD?
BE A PART OF THE SOLUTION--HAVE YOUR PETS SPAYED OR NEUTERED!
Are you
in need of help getting your dog or cat spayed or
neutered? My
Heart's Desire has a great, low-cost
spay/neuter program in Terrebonne Parish. Cost
is $50 per cat and $60 per dog--cats must be at
least 10- to 12-weeks-old or weigh 3 pounds.
Minimum weight for dogs is 3 pounds.
Volunteers transport your pets to and from Southern
Animal Foundation in New Orleans every other
month. (Limit is 20 dogs and 20 cats per trip,
and spaces fill quickly.) If you are
interested in this program, please email
myheartsdesireministry@hotmail.com, or call
Leslie at 985-852-4554 to request an application and
information sheet.
LOW-COST VACCINATIONS AT YOUR LOCAL PETCO!
NOTICE!
Last updated: May 12, 2012 as of February 19, 2009 HOPE for Animals, Inc.
P.O. Box 1341 Thibodaux, Louisiana 70302 non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization |
The Louisiana SPCA's low-cost
spay/neuter services is now available to all
individuals, families, rescue organizations, and other
humane welfare groups, to step up efforts to end pet
overpopulation throughout the region. There is
no limit per household nor geographic
restriction. For pricing information, please 
